Cohort 1 Summer 2021 to Fall 2021

Be-stellar cohort 1 finale

The first cohort of the BE-STELLAR program came together with their faculty mentors to celebrate the completion of their 26-week internship.   These interns have had a chance to learn what it is like to work in a STEM environment during this paid internship, simultaneously participating while in school. 

Students have been working with five  Cerritos College STEM faculty mentors and provided a supportive environment during the internship, despite the pandemic and having to do so remotely.  

Outcomes for the cohort of students:

  • Learned and applied concepts of informal science education
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to thousands of visitors
  • Delivered STEM based activities to the general public
  • Participated and helped make the Space Center’s special events such as Rocket Fever and Spooky Science an overwhelming success
  • Facilitated in person and online education programs
  • Shared knowledge and assisted with the Girls in STEM Club, Early Childhood Program, and our Robotics lab presentations

We are extremely proud of this exceptional group of students who  saw their mission through to the end. For that they will always be remembered as the first BE-STELLAR Cohort.

BE-STELLAR group

Ben presenting

Prof. kisiel presenting

Mentor Dan with mentees

Mentor Tor with mentees